Questions and Answers
The empirical method of study is based on?
observation of phenomena
A psychologist studying this phenomenon is applying the principles of ______.
Gestalt psychology
Which of the following choices refers to a broad explanation or group of explanations for some aspect of the natural world that is consistently supported by evidence over time?
When studying personality traits, someone who is hardworking, dependable, and organized will score high on the _____ trait.
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Penelope studies how the structure and function of the nervous system is related to behavior. She is a ____.
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What should be changed to make the following statement true? Jean Piaget is famous for his theories regarding changes in emotional ability that occur as we move from infancy to adulthood.
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Which kind of psychologist would be consulted in jury selection and witness preparation?
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What is an example that exemplifies the empirical method?
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Behaviorism focuses on making psychology an objective science by ______.
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What is one of the reasons that Gestalt psychology did not become more popular in the US?
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Select the correctly ordered list of psychological perspectives, with the earliest perspective listed first.
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What is an example that is a criticism of structuralism?
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Psychology refers to the ____.
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Dr.S is applying for a(n) ____ training program.
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Which individual wrote 'Principles of Physiological Psychology'?
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Susan should conduct research in the area of ____.
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Cognitive psychology focuses on studying ___.
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A(n) _____, also known as an operant chamber.
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The cognitive revolution created an impetus for psychologists to focus their attention on better understanding ______.
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What is an example of research someone might conduct in the area of health psychology?
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Why is there an increasing interest in researching cognitive changes that occur later in life in developmental psychology?
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Which famous female psychologist completed all the requirements for a doctorate in psychology but was denied that degree because of her sex?
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In the study of personality, the ____ model includes different traits that are believed to underlie each individual's basic tendencies.
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What area of psychology should Ash work in if she wants to focus on the diagnosis and treatment of psychological disorders?
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In looking at the area of multicultural psychology, what is a recognized deficit of this particular area of study?
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Study Notes
Empirical Methods
- The empirical method relies on direct observation of phenomena to gather data and draw conclusions.
Gestalt Psychology
- Gestalt psychology examines how people perceive patterns, such as seeing a face in a series of dots rather than just dots themselves.
Scientific Theory
- A scientific theory is a broad explanation of aspects of the natural world consistently supported by evidence over time.
Personality Traits
- High scores in traits like being hardworking, dependable, and organized reflect a high level of conscientiousness.
Biopsychology
- Biopsychologists study the relationship between the nervous system's structure and function and behavior.
Jean Piaget
- Piaget is noted for theories on cognitive ability development during infancy to adulthood, not emotional ability.
Forensic Psychology
- Forensic psychologists are consulted for jury selection and witness preparation.
Empirical Research Example
- Observing and recording how watching cartoons affects heart rates exemplifies the empirical method in research.
Behaviorism
- Behaviorism aims to establish psychology as an objective science by focusing on observable behaviors and minimizing the role of mental processes.
Gestalt Psychology Limitations
- Gestalt psychology struggled to gain popularity in the U.S. due to its theories lacking measurable data.
Psychological Perspectives Order
- The order of foundational psychological perspectives: structuralism, functionalism, behaviorism, and humanism.
Structuralism Criticism
- Structuralism faced criticism for its high subjectivity in method and process.
Definition of Psychology
- Psychology is defined as the scientific study of the mind and behavior.
Postdoctoral Training
- Postdoctoral training programs are for individuals like Dr.S, enhancing expertise in behavioral neuroscience after earning a PhD.
Wilhelm Wundt
- Wundt authored "Principles of Physiological Psychology" and founded a scientific psychology lab at the University of Leipzig.
Social Psychology Research Areas
- Social psychology covers topics like prejudice, attraction, explanations for behavior, and interpersonal conflict resolution.
Cognitive Psychology Focus
- Cognitive psychology investigates thoughts and their influence on experiences and actions.
Skinner Box
- A Skinner Box, or operant chamber, allows researchers to control rewards and punishments in isolated animal studies.
Cognitive Revolution
- The cognitive revolution prompted psychologists to prioritize the understanding of the mind and the mental processes that influence behavior.
Health Psychology Research Example
- Research in health psychology may examine correlations between desk jobs and obesity rates.
Developmental Psychology Interest
- Developmental psychology increasingly explores cognitive changes in older adults due to longer life expectancies in developed nations.
Mary Whiton Calkins
- Calkins achieved all requirements for a psychology doctorate but was denied the degree due to her gender.
Five Factor Model
- The Five Factor Model in personality psychology identifies traits that constitute basic tendencies in individuals.
Clinical Psychology
- Clinical psychology focuses on diagnosing and treating psychological disorders and harmful behavior patterns.
Multicultural Psychology Deficit
- Multicultural psychology can describe cultural interactions but often fails to explain the underlying reasons for those differences.
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Test your understanding of key concepts from Chapter 1 of Psyc1101. This quiz covers foundational topics including the empirical method, Gestalt psychology, and theoretical frameworks in psychology. Perfect for students looking to reinforce their learning!
